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Happy Black History Month to our colleagues and patients
This year's Black History Month has the theme: “Reclaiming Narratives”. Our REACH staff network has asked some of our colleagues to say what the month means to them – we’d like to thank them for their insights.
Our REACH staff network is for all colleagues from a Black, Asian or other ethnic minority background, and allies.
Damilola, staff nurse, Nigeria:
To me, Black History Month is a time to celebrate the strength, rich history, and achievements of Black people. It's a chance to reflect on how far we've come and keep inspiring each other for a better, more equal future.
Margaret, physiotherapist, Kenya:
It is important to know your history: “For me… Africa is more than a glamorous fact. It is a historical truth. No man can know where he is going unless he knows exactly where he has been and exactly how he arrived at his present place.” A quote by Dr Maya Angelou, author and poet.
Wallace, porter, Caribbean:
For me Black History Month is “The future”. I look at my kids and grandkids and see how the way they live and how opportunities are so much better than what we know from history. It warms my heart, makes me appreciate the times and how far we’ve come as people of colour.
Tobi, CT radiographer, Nigeria:
For me, Black History Month is a time to share love and happiness for our culture and background. A genuine smile can be contagious. “The time is always right to do what is right”. So smile and the world will always smile back at you. Love and Light!
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